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Doris Oliver

Doris Oliver is a proud Ridgecrest native with a deep passion for bringing local stories to light. With over 2 years of experience in community reporting, Doris has built a trusted voice in the Community. Her work focuses on covering the issues that matter most to Ridgecrest residents — from public safety and education to local government and community events. Driven by a belief that informed citizens make stronger communities, Doris is committed to delivering accurate, timely, and impactful news. Through ridgecrestpact.org, she aims to bridge the gap between people and the stories shaping their everyday lives — making local news accessible, engaging, and meaningful.

Pump Prices Up 65 Cents in CA Here's What the New Gas Tax Means for You

Pump Prices Up 65 Cents in CA: Here’s What the New Gas Tax Means for You

Sacramento, California – Starting July 1st, California’s excise gas tax will increase by 1.6 cents per gallon, bringing the new rate to 61.2 cents ...

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Proposed Changes to SNAP, Medicaid in Federal Bill Could Impact Millions in Texas

Proposed Changes to SNAP, Medicaid in Federal Bill Could Impact Millions in Texas

Austin, Texas – Congress continues to debate President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), a sweeping domestic policy and tax cut extension. ...

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Arkansas Education Department Awards Bonuses to Over 4,200 Teachers

Arkansas Education Department Awards Bonuses to Over 4,200 Teachers

Arkansas— More than 4,200 Arkansas teachers will be receiving bonuses of up to $10,000 this year as part of the LEARNS Merit Teacher Incentive Fund ...

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Freak Beach Accident Sends Teen to ICU, Prompting Mother’s Call for Caution

Freak Beach Accident Sends Teen to ICU, Prompting Mother’s Call for Caution

Hampton Beach, New Hampshire – A teenager remains in intensive care after a diving accident at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, on Monday afternoon left ...

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Idaho Fire Leaves Two Firefighters Dead in Apparent Gunman Ambush

Idaho Fire Leaves Two Firefighters Dead in Apparent Gunman Ambush

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho – A horrific act of violence has unfolded in northwest Idaho, where two firefighters were killed, and another was critically injured ...

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Family’s Hawaii Vacation Turns Into 3-Month Ordeal After Husband Hospitalized

Family’s Hawaii Vacation Turns Into 3-Month Ordeal After Husband Hospitalized

Hawaii – What began as a dream vacation for the Smith family quickly spiraled into a heartbreaking ordeal that has lasted three months. Ellen ...

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Elon Musk Criticizes Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ Says It Will Cost Millions of Jobs

Elon Musk Criticizes Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ Says It Will Cost Millions of Jobs

On Saturday, Elon Musk took to X to continue his vocal opposition to President Trump’s massive tax and spending cuts bill, doubling down on ...

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Police Two Teenagers Shot Near Historic Stonewall Inn After Pride Celebration

Police: Two Teenagers Shot Near Historic Stonewall Inn After Pride Celebration

New York City, Greenwich Village – Two teenage girls were shot near the historic Stonewall Inn as NYC Pride celebrations came to a close ...

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Rhode Island Officially Bans Assault Weapons Sales with New Legislation

Rhode Island Officially Bans Assault Weapons Sales with New Legislation

Providence, Rhode Island – On Thursday, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee signed a landmark bill into law that bans the sale of certain military-style ...

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Metrobus to Eliminate Service at Over 500 Stops, New Routes Announced

Metrobus to Eliminate Service at Over 500 Stops, New Routes Announced

Started Sunday, June 29, Metrobus will implement a major redesign of its system, eliminating over 500 bus stops across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. ...

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